Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Has your nonprofit identified an unaddressed need within your community? If so, you may be interested in starting a volunteer program. To help you build a sustainable volunteer program, in this guide, we’ll cover the essential steps for starting a volunteer program: Conduct a community needs assessment. Train volunteers.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 5, 2021

Each April, hundreds of thousands of companies and nonprofits celebrate National Volunteer Month in the United States — and millions more throughout the year celebrate across the world. This year will be a bit different, as many employees are still working remotely and in-person volunteering is not always possible.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Volunteers help nonprofits accomplish their mission. In most cases, without the hard work and dedication of volunteers, our nonprofits would not be able to function. Whether it’s planning events, fundraising, or even simply donating, volunteers are what makes the nonprofit organization world what it is today.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 22, 2014

When you were starting your nonprofit or starting on your journey in the nonprofit world, you probably had someone you could rely on for advice and a boost every now and then. And even if you didn’t have a specific mentor or group of people you could call upon, you probably wish that you did. The Perks of Being a Mentor.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

She’s a creative content creator focusing on delivering information about the importance of volunteerism for nonprofit organizations. But without an effective volunteer recruitment strategy, finding participants for peer-to-peer fundraisers can be challenging. Cheer on your volunteers to help them reach their goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

Most nonprofit board members volunteer because they want to support a worthy cause. While a board’s priority is always governance, its members may also be the organization’s best spokespeople, fundraisers, volunteers, and technical experts. Transparency is an essential quality for a nonprofit. 1) Demonstrate Transparency.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2017

Note from Beth: The Mobilization Lab at Greenpeace recently commissioned and released this report, Beyond the First Click: How Today’s Volunteers Build the Power of Movements and NGOS. Why Self-Interested Volunteers are the Best for Nonprofits – Guest Post. You can download the complete report here.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 13, 2022

Many nonprofits work in tandem with volunteers to move their mission forward and keep expenses down. Engaging volunteers helps get the word out about your mission, since most volunteers share their passion with their personal and professional networks. Recruit Like Your Mission Depends on It.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 29, 2012

Have you ever been asked what you do for a living and when you responded, the person reacted as though you were Mother Teresa? It’s rare to learn of someone who entered a nonprofit career having always known that this is what they were born to do. Not everything translates from for-profit to nonprofit.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 19, 2021

When I talk with nonprofit leaders about digital transformation , I get responses that range from excitement and optimism to skepticism and overwhelm. Research shows that nonprofits that have worked through a digital transformation process are fast, agile, and resilient. They can work quickly to collect and learn from data.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 13, 2023

It was updated for National Mentoring Month in January 2023. A Life-Changing Relationship I made a point to find mentors — other Black reporters and anchors I still call on for advice today. It’s funny to think, my life could have taken a different turn had I believed that person. She loved cheerleading (so did I!)

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 17, 2022

posted by Theresa Adkison Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. If you’re like many of us working in nonprofit leadership today, you’re more than likely exhausted and running out of actionable ideas. Make sure you and your stakeholders agree on your nonprofit’s reason for being.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

For member-based nonprofits and associations, figuring out what membership benefits you’ll offer is one of the most important decisions your organization will make. In this article, we’ll cover 22 different types of membership benefits that your nonprofit could potentially offer its members. Let’s get at it!

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

There is no shortage of highly talented leaders coming from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities, and many of them lead from within the nonprofit sector. They do however face unique challenges, which are numerous and varied, reflecting the complex and evolving nature of the nonprofit sector as a whole.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Leading a group of passionate volunteers, doing deeds that help the community around you, and making a meaningful difference to an important cause are what make the job of a volunteer management leader worth it. All you need is a dedicated and effective way to recruit those volunteers. Keep your volunteers engaged.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 6, 2018

Chances are, as a nonprofit manager, firing volunteers ranks very low on your list of job duties. Letting a volunteer go is uncomfortable, difficult and downright awkward, but hopefully we can alleviate some of that weirdness with these tips. Reasons you may fire volunteers. Starts conflict among other volunteers.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2021

And local Boys & Girls Clubs helped open the door to opportunities young people might not have otherwise, offering career training, skill building, positive mentors, and pathways to a great future. The pandemic was a reminder of just how important the relationships are between our Club mentors and the kids they serve.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 14, 2014

The following is an excerpt from Mobile for Good: A How-To Fundraising Guide for Nonprofits. In 2013 the number of nonprofits that hired part-time or full-time new media managers increased fourfold. They voraciously consume nonprofit technology blogs and study the mobile and social media campaigns of other nonprofits for inspiration.

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VQ Strategies

DECEMBER 14, 2020

At the start of 2020, we at VQ Volunteer Strategies were training and coaching four different cohorts of organizations. Why were they successful even amid one of the most challenging years in nonprofit history? Partnership – Many teams also noted that truly partnering with volunteers was key to their success.

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sgEngage

APRIL 23, 2024

There are millions of wonderful nonprofit organizations working to make this world a better place. But on occasion, a person will make a mistake or doesn’t follow the restrictions for the grant. And as a grantmaker, you’ve had the privilege of supporting many of them.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

COVID-19 is forcing nonprofits to think differently about engaging supporters. The unique challenge for nonprofits—especially those that rely on in-person support—will be providing virtual opportunities to their supporters to adapt to this new environment. In-person volunteers are disappearing for key activities (e.g.,

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

By working hard and working smart, nonprofit leaders can increase the likelihood of a favorable response to a solicitation. We should be equally relentless in learning more and more about the mission, programs, and impact on the beneficiaries of our nonprofits. The best nonprofit leaders are dreamers and dream big.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

Then, we’ll review how your organization can promote volunteerism in your community and manage volunteers effectively. Volunteer programs take place worldwide, and volunteer help has improved the lives of many. Volunteer programs take place worldwide, and volunteer help has improved the lives of many.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

In early 2018, a band of adventurers who came to be known as the Salesforce.org Trailhead Editorial Board set out to reach customers, partners, and pro bono volunteers with a comprehensive menu of skills-based training. Broadcast: Tell your network about nonprofit, education, philanthropy, and pro bono badges on social.

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VQ Strategies

DECEMBER 30, 2020

While it would be easy to focus on the many difficulties that this year delivered (and we don’t take any of those lightly), for this exercise in reflection, we choose the lens of gratitude – as we learned from our mentor and friend Jill Friedman Fixler who perfected the practice of gratitude [1].

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 21, 2023

To effectively advance your cause and push your fundraising goals forward, your nonprofit needs a strong internal infrastructure and team. This means rallying not only your staff and volunteers around your nonprofit’s mission, but also your board. Involving your board members in nonprofit strategic planning can help.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2018

Last month, I was honored to present and facilitate an all-day workshop for nonprofit leaders at the Oregon Nonprofit Leadership Conference on how to activate a culture of well being in the nonprofit workplace, based on my book, The Happy Healthy Nonprofit: Strategies for Impact without Burnout.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

What’s even better is looking behind and seeing you’ve left a path to help others, or coming to the aid of someone who needs help on their personal journey up ahead. Volunteer to support one or more of the thousands of Trailblazers pivoting to Salesforce careers from other industries. What’s next? See something?

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Michelle has dedicated her career to creating a more inclusive non-profit work culture as an advocate, expert in non-profit development and marketing, and mentor of BIPOC nonprofit professionals. Today, some organizations are eager to get back to in-person events while others are not.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2014

Upon hearing her younger sister Primrose selected as tribute, Katniss Everdeen steps forward and volunteers to take her place. Volunteers can also get a similar feeling of devastation when they receive a “Thanks, but no thanks” from an organization they are involved with. Make it Clear That This isn’t Personal.

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CauseVox

MAY 16, 2022

Planning an event is a daunting task for most nonprofits. There is so much that needs to be done to get staff, board members, volunteers, and donors to put their time, treasure, and talent towards supporting the organization. Decide On Event Format: Virtual, In-Person or Hybrid? Plan Your Event.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Michelle has dedicated her career to creating a more inclusive non-profit work culture as an advocate, expert in non-profit development and marketing, and mentor of BIPOC nonprofit professionals. Today, some organizations are eager to get back to in-person events while others are not.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2014

Upon hearing her younger sister Primrose selected as tribute, Katniss Everdeen steps forward and volunteers to take her place. Volunteers can also get a similar feeling of devastation when they receive a “Thanks, but no thanks” from an organization they are involved with. Make it Clear That This isn’t Personal.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 18, 2022

Among the thousands of nonprofits that use CauseVox, we’re always amazed at the impact each organization makes everyday. As a graduate of Indiana Bible College, she spent two decades working at a ministry and mentoring missionary kids before transitioning to her current role. Grow Your Email List. We would love to keep in touch.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 29, 2023

Most nonprofits completely miss this opportunity to wow their donor, so it’s not that hard to stand out. The nonprofit receives the gift. The nonprofit sends the donor a receipt, thanking them for choosing to contribute to the cause. And there may not be anything that identifies your nonprofit as the sender.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

But out of this huge challenge, we’ve seen some amazing creativity crop up as nonprofits revamp their fundraising approaches to be safe and successful. The Spinal CSF Leak Foundation is a relatively young nonprofit that was still finding its legs when COVID hit. Thanks, coronavirus. So how did they do it? Who wouldn’t want to watch?

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 25, 2011

As a member of the board of YNPN (Young Nonprofit Professionals Network) Phoenix, I have been fortunate to cross paths with some extraordinary emerging leaders, facilitators, mentors, and nonprofit sector thought leaders. Several people were inspired by passion for a cause that sprang from personal experience.

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